Turkey Breast in Coconut Milk

2 servings

25 minutes

Turkey breast in coconut milk is a gourmet dish of Pan-Asian cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of turkey, the spiciness of spices, and the rich aroma of coconut. This dish can be found in Thai and Indonesian cuisine, where coconut milk gives meat softness while curry, lemongrass, and galangal add zest and depth of flavor. The sautéed turkey pieces acquire a golden crust and are then infused with a creamy coconut texture with hints of ginger and garlic. The heat from chili pepper adds brightness, while sea salt and a blend of ground peppers enhance the taste. It pairs perfectly with rice or noodles, turning dinner into a gastronomic journey through Asia.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 597.2
• Proteins: 66.4g
• Fats: 28.5g
• Carbohydrates: 18.8g

Ingredients

• Turkey breast: 650 g
• Coconut milk: 130 ml
• Cream 10%: 20 ml
• Ginger: 25 g
• Garlic: 25 g
• Lemongrass: 15 g
• Chili pepper: 10 g
• Galangal root: 30 g
• Curry: 1 tsp
• Onion: 110 g
• Olive oil: 1.5 tbsp
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground pepper mix: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Slice lemongrass and ginger.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemongrass: 15 g
   • Ginger: 25 g

2. Chop the onion into cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 110 g

3. Slice the galangal root.

   Required ingredients:

   • Galangal root: 30 g

4. Heat olive oil in a pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon

5. Cut the turkey into cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Turkey breast: 650 g

6. Place ginger and lemongrass in the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ginger: 25 g
   • Lemongrass: 15 g

7. Remove ginger and lemongrass. Place galangal root and onion in the pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ginger: 25 g
   • Lemongrass: 15 g
   • Galangal root: 30 g
   • Onion: 110 g

8. After 2 minutes, stir and place the turkey in the pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Turkey breast: 650 g

9. Salt and fry for 3-4 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

10. Stir and add pepper. Reduce heat to medium and fry for another 5 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Ground pepper mix:  to taste

11. Chop the chili and garlic coarsely.

    Required ingredients:

    • Chili pepper: 10 g
    • Garlic: 25 g

12. Add chili and garlic to the turkey. Mix.

    Required ingredients:

    • Chili pepper: 10 g
    • Garlic: 25 g

13. Add coconut milk and cream.

    Required ingredients:

    • Coconut milk: 130 ml
    • Cream 10%: 20 ml

14. Add curry and mix thoroughly. Simmer for about 3 more minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Curry: 1 teaspoon

15. Place on a plate and serve.